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The "Yes" Lie: Why Your People-Pleasing Habit is Ruining Your Life
Let's talk about the word you just can't seem to stop using: "Yes." You've become so accustomed to saying it that you’ve forgotten how to say "No." You're a people-pleaser, and it's not a virtue; it's a disease. It's a chronic condition of putting everyone else's needs before your own, and it's leaving you exhausted, resentful, and completely drained. This isn't about being nice; it's about a deep-seated fear of rejection and a lack of self-worth. You think you're being a goo

Coach Vess
Apr 213 min read


Great Lie of the Hustle Culture
Let's cut the crap. You've heard it all before: "Rise and grind!" "I'll sleep when I'm dead!" "Coffee is my co-pilot!" It's the rallying cry of the perpetually exhausted, the badge of honor for people who have mistaken self-destruction for dedication. You've convinced yourself that sacrificing sleep is the price of success, the secret ingredient in your "secret sauce." You're wrong. That "hustle" you're so proud of is just a frantic, unfocused scramble. The extra two hours yo

Coach Vess
Mar 194 min read


The "I Can’t" Lie: Why Your Victim Mindset is Your Toughest Boss
Stop right there! I hear you. The whining, the excuses, the constant loop of "I can’t," "It's too hard," and "This always happens to me." Let's get one thing straight: you're not a victim. You are the problem, but here's the good news - you're also the solution. That cozy little victim mindset you've wrapped yourself in is nothing more than a cage you built yourself. It's your toughest boss, and it's holding you back from personal growth, career success, and a life you actual

Coach Vess
Mar 133 min read


Stop Saying You’re “Fine”: The Wellness Lies We Tell Ourselves
The World’s Most Overused Lie “How are you?” - “I’m fine.” No, you’re not. You’re exhausted, your sleep schedule looks like a crime scene, your anxiety has VIP membership status in your brain, and you’ve been living on caffeine and vibes since Monday. But hey - you’re “fine.” Let’s get real: “fine” is code for I’m not okay but I don’t want to admit it. It’s the autopilot answer we give when we don’t want to dig deeper. But here’s the kicker - your mind, body, and soul alread

Coach Vess
Feb 244 min read


The Great Escape: Why Quitting Your Job Might Be the Toughest Act of Self-Care
Let's talk about the thing you’re too scared to say out loud: "I want to quit my job." I know, I know. It's a scary thought. It goes against everything you’ve been taught about stability, responsibility, and the sacred cow of a full-time salary. But what if staying is costing you more than leaving? What if the real act of irresponsibility isn’t quitting, but staying in a place that’s actively killing your spirit, crushing your mental health, and stunting your professional gro

Coach Vess
Feb 183 min read


Your Body Isn’t the Enemy: Ditch the War, Start the Partnership
Let’s be brutally honest: most people treat their body like it’s the villain of the story. You glare at the mirror like it owes you money. You fight your cravings like they’re out to ruin your life. You punish your body with workouts for daring to eat cake. Sound familiar? Yeah, babe - you’ve basically been at war with yourself. And here’s the plot twist: your body isn’t the problem. Your relationship with it is. How We Learn to Hate Our Bodies From a young age, society hands

Coach Vess
Feb 53 min read


Your Texting Game Is Killing Attraction (Stop the Paragraph Essays)
Why Your Messages Are Getting Ghosted Look. I get it. Texting feels safe. You can craft the perfect thought, over-edit your tone, and then hit send like you’re launching a missile of charm. But here’s the cold, caffeinated truth: most of us are weaponising our keyboards into attractiveness death machines. Long paragraphs at 2AM, emotional novels after a first date, and sequel messages that scream neediness? That’s not connection. That’s a slow-mo swipe-left. If the people you

Coach Vess
Jan 295 min read


Excuses Are Just Fancy Lies You Tell Yourself
Let’s cut the crap: excuses are just well-dressed lies. They’re your mind’s Gucci knockoffs - shiny on the outside, useless on the inside. And the truth? Excuses are the reason you’re not where you say you want to be. You’re not “too busy” - you’re scrolling TikTok at midnight. You’re not “too tired” - you just watched another Netflix series you’ll forget in two weeks. You’re not “bad at relationships” - you just keep choosing walking red flags like it’s a sport. Sound harsh

Coach Vess
Nov 27, 20253 min read


The Delusion of Constant Motion
Look around. Everyone is " swamped ." Everyone is " slammed ." We wear our overflowing calendars and endless to-do lists as a badge of honor, a public declaration of our importance. We’re all running a race to nowhere, convinced that the more sweat we produce, the more valuable we become. But here’s the cold, hard truth: a lot of you aren’t hard workers. You’re just busy fools. You’re a master of motion, not of action. You spend all day checking emails, attending pointless me

Coach Vess
Nov 25, 20254 min read


The "You Complete Me" Lie: The Toughest Truth About Love and Codependency
You've seen the movies. You've heard the songs. "You complete me." "I can't live without you." Let me be clear: this is not love. This is codependency, and it's a disease that’s disguised as devotion. You've been sold a romanticised version of love that says you need to find your "other half" to be whole. But here's the tough truth: if you need someone else to complete you, you’re not ready for a relationship. You're ready for a therapist. Love isn't about two halves trying t

Coach Vess
Nov 20, 20253 min read


From Stuck to Unstoppable: How to Spot When It’s Time for a Career Pivot
Here’s the deal: you’re not broken, unmotivated, or lazy. You’re just stuck. And if you’ve been dragging yourself to work every morning with the enthusiasm of a sloth at a spin class, it might be the universe’s way of saying: “Hey, buddy - it’s pivot o’clock.” But most people ignore the signs because change is scary. So they stay in jobs that drain them, careers that don’t fit anymore, and identities that expired five years ago. Let’s get brutally honest. If you’ve been waiti

Coach Vess
Nov 18, 20253 min read


Movement is Medicine: Exercise for Your Mind, Not Just Your Jeans
Let’s talk about the gym elephant in the room. Most people still think exercise is all about one thing: shrinking, tightening, toning, or getting “summer body ready.” Cute idea, but also… outdated and toxic. Movement is not punishment for what you ate last night. It’s not a tool to make you smaller so the world approves of you. Here’s the truth bomb: movement is medicine. Not just for your body, but for your brain, your mood, your relationships, your career - your entire damn

Coach Vess
Nov 13, 20253 min read


Stop Glorifying Burnout: Why Hustle Culture is Killing Your Career
The Hustle Lie We’re All Buying You’ve heard it a million times: “Sleep is for the weak,” “Hustle harder,” “If you’re not burning out, you’re not trying.” Cute. Toxic. And a lie. Hustle culture loves to dress exhaustion up as ambition so we keep grinding until we’re empty. But here’s the truth nobody flattering influencers will tell you: burnout doesn’t prove your worth - it erases it. It destroys creativity, torpedoes performance, and makes you the exact opposite of indispen

Coach Vess
Nov 11, 20255 min read


Your Standards Aren’t Too High, Your Boundaries are Too Low
The Myth of “Too Picky” Raise your hand if you’ve ever been told: “Maybe your standards are too high, babe. Maybe that’s why you’re still single.” Now raise your other hand if you’ve ever thought, “Wait… am I the problem? Am I asking for too much?” Spoiler alert: No, you’re not asking for too much. You’re just asking the wrong people. And if you keep lowering the bar just so Chad-with-a-complex doesn’t feel “intimidated,” then yes - you’ll keep attracting relationships that m

Coach Vess
Oct 30, 20255 min read


The Harsh Reality of Your "Love" Story
Let's get one thing straight: You're not a hero for staying in a toxic relationship. You're a hostage. And the idea that you can "fix" this person, or that your love will somehow magically transform them, is a fantasy you've created to avoid the terrifying truth. You are sacrificing your sanity, your self-worth, and your future on the altar of a broken promise. This isn't love. It’s a cycle of chaos and manipulation. One day they're telling you you're the greatest thing that'

Coach Vess
Oct 28, 20254 min read


The Salary You Accept = The Standards You Set
Let’s cut the fluff: your salary isn’t just a number. It’s a reflection of what you believe you’re worth - and what you’re willing to tolerate. Every time you accept less than you deserve, you’re not just settling for a pay. You’re broadcasting to the world (and yourself): “This is my standard. This is how much I think I’m worth.” Painful? Yes. Necessary to hear? Absolutely. Because here’s the truth: money talks - but so do your boundaries. So if you’re tired of living pay-to

Coach Vess
Oct 26, 20254 min read


The "Self-Care" Lie: Stop with the Bubble Baths and Do the Hard Work
Listen, I'm gonna be blunt. The self-care you've been sold is a lie. It's a sanitised, commodified, and completely ineffective brand of wellbeing that has you thinking a £20 bath bomb and a ten-minute meditation app will magically solve your life problems. We've turned mental health into a punchline and a trend, and it’s time to stop. We’re not talking about a quick fix or a trendy hashtag; we're talking about the real, gruelling work of building a life that doesn’t require y

Coach Vess
Oct 22, 20254 min read


What is Life Coaching and how do you know you need it
Are you looking to unlock your potential and achieve your goals in life, wellness, or career? Look no further than a specialised life...

Coach Vess
Jun 21, 20242 min read
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